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Mahates, Colombia
Bolívar · Colombia
Mahates is a small city in Bolívar, Colombia with a population of 26,075. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Mahates
Mahates is a river town and municipality located in the Bolívar Department, northern Colombia. The town of Mahates was founded on April 17, 1533 by Spanish conquistador Pedro de Heredia.
People
Climate
| Population | 26,075 |
| Population Density | 147 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Coordinates | 10.2329°, -75.1899° |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
| Country | 🇨🇴 Colombia |
| State / Province | Bolívar |
| Average Temperature | 82°F (28°C) |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 52.3 inches (1,328 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Mahates
Mahates is a small city in Colombia (Bolívar) with a population of 26,075. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 81°F in January to 83°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.3 inches. The timezone is America/Bogota.
Climate in Mahates
Mahates has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is Mar (30.3°C), the coldest is Nov (27.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1043 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 82.1°F |
| 52% above Colombia avg | |
| January Average | 81°F (27°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (28°C) |
| Sunny Days | 241 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 177.7 sq mi (460.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 147/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 10.2329°N, 75.1899°W |
| Timezone | America/Bogota |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
1 tsunami recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 8.0 m (26 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2017 | OFF THE COAST NEAR SANTA MARTA | Unknown | 8.0 m | - | 129 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 81°F (27°C) | 0.5 in | Driest |
| February | 82°F (28°C) | 0.7 in | |
| March | 83°F (28°C) | 0.8 in | |
| April | 83°F (28°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| May | 83°F (28°C) | 6.4 in | |
| June | 82°F (28°C) | 6.2 in | |
| July | 83°F (28°C) | 4.9 in | |
| August | 82°F (28°C) | 6.9 in | |
| September | 82°F (28°C) | 7.0 in | |
| October | 81°F (27°C) | 9.0 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| November | 81°F (27°C) | 5.3 in | |
| December | 81°F (27°C) | 1.8 in |
Mahates has a seasonal temperature swing of 2°F / from 81°F in October to 83°F in April. Total annual precipitation is 52.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (9.0") and January the driest (0.5").
Schools in Mahates
15 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Institución Educativa Educamos Con Valores Sede Principal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Raicero | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo de Evitar | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix de Gamero | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop Ezequiel Martelo Pimienta | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mix de de Guayabal | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Rural Mixta de Mandinga | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop Las Piedras | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Mix de Reges | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Nueva Luis Carlos Galán Sarmiento | - | - | - | - |
| Institución Educativa Tec Agrop Lazaro Martinez Olier | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Sagrado Corazon de Jesus | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Of Urb Mix Nuestra Señora del Carmen | - | - | - | - |
| Escuela Urb Mix Fco Garcia Rico | - | - | - | - |
| Centro Educativo Camilo Torres | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Mahates
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALR Jazz Radio | jazz | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| arjona stereo 93.5 | - | MP3 96 kbps | |
| RADIO POLICÍA NACIONAL" "106.0 FM (CARTAGENA) | crossover, entretenimiento | MP3 |
Museums in Mahates
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casa de la Cultura |
Stadiums & Teams in Mahates
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Mahates
19 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ernesto Cortissoz International Airport | BAQ | Large Airport |
| Rafael Nuñez International Airport | CTG | Large Airport |
| Aerodromo Los Campanos | - | Small Airport |
| Carmen De Bolivar Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Chivolo Airport | IVO | Small Airport |
| Cocosolo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Corral Nuevo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Cairano Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Esfuerzo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Rincón de Mucura Airport | - | Small Airport |
| El Tambo Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Golfo de Morrosquillo Airport | TLU | Small Airport |
| Hacienda Veracruz Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Honduras Br Airport | - | Small Airport |
| La Vega Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Los Morros Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Monterrey Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Plato Airport | PLT | Small Airport |
| San Pablo - Incora Airport | - | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Mahates?
Mahates has a population of 26,075 residents and is located in Colombia. The population density is 147 people per square mile, spread across 177.7 square miles.
What is the weather like in Mahates?
Mahates has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 81°F in January, while summers reach an average of 83°F in July. The area receives 241 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.3 inches.